Staff Reports
The White House has now acknowledged what sensible Americans have long suspected: Greenland is being treated as a serious strategic priority, and the administration is exploring a range of options to ensure the Arctic does not fall into hostile hands. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt even confirmed that using the U.S. military remains at the president’s disposal as one of those options, a blunt reminder that peace through strength still matters. Left-wing outlets shrieked, but every nation that cares about its security should be watching this move closely.
President Trump has made no secret of his long-standing interest in Greenland, and he reiterated that determination in a public address, saying bluntly that “we’re going to get” the island — language that sent Europe into predictable hysteria. The rationale is straightforward: Greenland sits astride the Arctic, rich in minerals and a chokepoint for strategic access where China and Russia have been quietly expanding influence. Any serious commander-in-chief would consider every lawful means to protect American interests and keep those critical sea lanes and resources out of adversaries’ hands.
European capitals reacted like children caught off guard, issuing joint protests and threats about NATO’s future as if American vigilance is somehow the problem. Denmark and other NATO members loudly warned against any coercive action, forgetting that deterrence and decisive policy are what have kept Europe safe for decades. Conservatives should call out the hypocrisy: many European elites preach leadership while depending on American strength, then panic when Washington finally acts to defend the West’s strategic edge.
There are also real, nonviolent routes on the table — from purchase negotiations to compacts of free association — and lawmakers in Washington have even introduced measures that would authorize steps toward acquisition or closer integration. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has signaled U.S. intent to pursue diplomatic avenues and is set to meet Danish officials to talk specifics, which is exactly how a sovereign nation advances its security without surrendering legitimacy. Let the media and the left scream “empire” while the administration uses diplomacy backed by credible force to protect American lives and resources.
Back home, this is about clear priorities: protect America, secure critical resources, and stop our adversaries from gaining strategic footholds near our borders and bases. The pearl-clutching in Europe and the predictable outrage from coastal elites should not distract hardworking Americans from supporting a policy that puts national security first. If that means buying a piece of ground that ensures our children inherit a powerful, safe republic, then patriotic Americans should be ready to stand behind leaders who refuse to apologize for putting America first.
